My garage door opener stopped working. I checked the power outlet it's plugged into and it's working. I checked other things (locks and springs) recommended by the manual and they seem ok to me. However when I try to turn on the lights inside the unit from the control panel it makes a clicking sound but the lamps don't light up. I'm comfortable with going inside the unit and do further testing but I need to know if it's worth it or should I ask for help from the pros.
Why has the garage door opener (139.53975SRT1) stopped working
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I fixed the exact same problem with my garage door using a general purpose relay output wireless transmitter / receiver module I purchased from eBay. The receiver module for inside the garage operates from a +12VDC power supply which I purchased for low cost from Goodwill. The normally open relay contact of the receiver is wired in across the same wire pair used by the inside door open push button. The existing push button is designed to short across the two wires that run to the garage door opener. The added relay connections need to be wired in parallel to the switch so that they short across the same wires when the remote is activated.
The trigger buttons are small key fob type push button controls that operate from a standard type of coin battery.
Note that models on eBay change often and it is a good idea to search for a unit that comes with multiple fobs and to purchase a spare unit if you ever think you will need replacements. Some sellers will add additional fobs to your order for an additional small charge. The search to use on eBay is Wireless Remote Control.
The whole setup cost me about a third of the lower priced options that you have linked to. The unit I purchased was a two channel device with an A and B button on the fob and so one setup was deployed to run both of my garage door openers.
These come with the remote transmit code set to some default value and it is advisable to change that code to some random code that you select. Changing the code entails some work with a small electronics soldering iron inside both the receiver and the transmitter.
I finally got the new button in the mail from the warranty claim that I made. I replaced the button and the door works perfectly now.
Thanks for your help and advice.
Best Answer
You will need to consult the manuals troubleshooting section - usually the number of flashes/clicks indicates what the problem might be.
The most common issues I've seen are related to the safety sensors mounted near the door. Sometimes they get knocked out of alignment, or there could be a short in the wire due to a staple. The manual will likely provide instructions for temporarily shorting out this connection to bypass it.
It might also have overheated if you were operating it a lot - assuming you didn't burn out the motor, usually in this scenario you just need to wait for the unit to cool down.
The worst case scenario is that either the motor or logic board are dead. You might be able to repair it, but the vendor will likely advice just replacing the parts.